Where are the keys made?

The key blanks are sourced from commercial
companies in the USA or Europe. The key blanks are fully encapsulated in
acrylic resin using thermoplastic injection process by a specialist mold
and plastic injection company in Gilbert, Arizona.

What is a Single-Sided key versus a Double-Sided
key?

A single-sided key has the cuts located on a single side. These
keys can only be inserted into the lock cylinder one way.
Single-sided keys were the norm for automobiles up till about 1980.
They are still the norm for the majority of keys such as house keys.

Double-sided (or
sometimes called symmetrical-cut) keys have cuts on both sides.
These keys can be inserted into the lock cylinder in either orientation.
Symmetrical cut keys are the norm for automobiles today ... although
many have internal cuts verses external cuts.

The Ferrari F430 is not listed as compatible,
yet the key profile appears as if it were. Will the key work with the
Ferrari F430?

Although the key profile is such that it will fit the
F430 and unlock the ignition, the key does not contain the necessary
electronics to disable the immobilizer. The keys we offer are only
suitable for vehicles without an immobilizer or vehicles with the
immobilizer separate from the key itself ... for example, the Ferrari
360 has an immobilizer with a remote fob that is separate from the key
itself.

My car was made in 1989. For example, the Ferrari 328. Which key should I choose?

Ferrari cut over from single-sided keys to
double-sided keys in 1989. Generally, models that started in 1989
use the double-sided keys and car models that ended in 1988 use
single-sided keys. During the transition year, it is not certain
which key may have been utilized. See the information immediately
below for more information.

How can I be sure that the Klassik Car Key will be compatible with
my vehicle?

Check the compatibility table on the product page
before ordering your key. In addition, the following information
should be helpful. Once you receive the Klassik Car Key for your vehicle, perform the
following steps prior to having the key cut:

The Klassik Enzo Style Key for Ferrari's 1989 - 2005 are for
ignition lock cylinders that accept a double-sided (symmetrical cut) key ... having
identical cuts on both sides of the key, allowing the key to be used
either way up. If your key is double-sided, the Double-Sided Enzo Style is very likely compatible with your Ferrari.
If your key is single-sided, Single-Sided Enzo Style key is most
likely correct.

Check the keyway profile of the Klassik Car Key to your existing
key. If you already have your Klassik Car Key, hold both keys
with the tip of the key toward your eye and sight down the keys. They
should have the same profile. Look at the
illustration in #4 below.

For the either the double-sided or the single-sided key, check the distance of the key shank to assure it is the same.
Measure from the shoulder of the key to the tip. Your existing
key should be same dimension shown in the illustration in #4 below.

Gently insert the uncut Klassik Car Key into your vehicle's
ignition lock. Ensure that the key easily slides into the
lock cylinder. If the key does not easily slide into the wards
of lock cylinder, do not force it. This would be an indication
that the key is likely not compatible. After insertion into the
lock cylinder, do not try to turn the key.
The Klassik Car Key should easily insert into the lock cylinder if the profile and length are
appropriate.

Click on the image for larger view.

Once you have performed the above steps and are satisfied with the
fit into the ignition, you should be OK to
proceed having your key cut. If you are unsure at this step,
have your keys examined by a qualified locksmith before cutting.

What is the process for duplicating my
existing key?

Klassik Car Keys are for pin-tumbler locks.
At the current time, they are double-sided, although single-sided keys
are planned for future release. The Klassik Car
Keys have external cuts and are easily duplicated on a key
duplicating machine that are commonly available at a hardware store or locksmith.

For best results, only have your existing key
duplicated by a competent service provider. Once the key is cut,
it is not returnable for a refund.